Olympus recalls Bronchofibercope BF-6C2:240 devices due to potential loosening of the instrument channel port when non-Olympus accessories are attached. All units are affected.
The attachment of non-Olympus accessories to the bronchoscope s instrument channel port may have resulted in more applied force than expected and lead to loosening of the instrument channel port.
Olympus is recalling its Bronchofibercope BF-6C240 bronchoscope devices because attaching non-Olympus accessories might cause the instrument channel port to loosen. This could lead to safety issues during medical procedures.
Non-Olympus accessories attached to the instrument channel port can apply more force than expected, potentially loosening the port. This could cause the device to malfunction during medical procedures, leading to safety risks.
Healthcare professionals using the Bronchofibercope BF-6C240 devices are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with these devices may also be affected if the port loosens.
Check for the Bronchofibercope BF-6C240 model with all lot codes. This device is sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
Identify the model number on the device, which should be Bronchofibercope BF-6C240.
The attachment of non-Olympus accessories to the instrument channel port may cause it to loosen, potentially leading to safety issues during medical procedures.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further instructions.
Yes, all Bronchofibercope BF-6C240 devices with any lot code are affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3293-2018 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-3293-2018 from Olympus. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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